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Ellicott City, MD|
Charcuterie Craze Flourishes In Howard County
Maryland native Deanna Furman opened Graze Craze, a charcuterie business, in Ellicott City last fall.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|
Decomposing Animal Body Found Dumped In Trash Bag Was Raccoon: Will County
The body was found on a road shoulder in Monee. Decomposition made it difficult to determine its species without testing, an official said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Board Advances Lakeview Property Plans, Approves Battlefield Preservation Fund
Ridgefield Board of Selectpersons moves forward on Lakeview property, approves preservation fund and vendor permit, addresses vacancies
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Merrick, NY|
Baldwin Middle School Students Raise $13K For Make-A-Wish
Baldwin students raised $13,000 for Make-A-Wish New York this year, with a $20K goal to help grant wishes to kids with serious illnesses.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
Cult-Favorite Smash Burger Joint To Open On The UES
The new spot will give away free cheeseburgers the day it opens.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Bail Revoked For Bow Woman Accused Of Witness Tampering In Husband’s Child Rape Cases; New Charges Expected
Deborah Bradley, who is facing falsifying evidence charges after her husband was accused of raping their daughters, was sent to jail Friday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
What's Worth Ordering At Le Pain Quotidien In NYC
From savory toasties to playful crookies, the latest spring menu highlights fresh ingredients and new takes on familiar favorites.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|
'A Big Gamble': Pizza Mia Owner's Leap Of Faith, Dedication Still Paying Off Nearly 4 Decades Later
Dave Dombrowski opened his first Pizza Mia location in 1991, at 20 years old. Today, it has 2 locations thriving.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Enfield, CT|
Trail Plan Gets Fresh Look In Enfield
Town officials revisited a long-discussed rail trail concept, with new details on cost, safety, and regional impact.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Ocean City Neighbors Raise Concerns Over Proposed Cell Tower
Council members said they would work with neighbors to review options after hearing objections to the proposed site.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
3 California Cities Rank In National Top 10 Commuter Burnout Poll
Do you commute from one of these three cities in the Golden State? Here's where residents suffer the biggest burnout and how to combat it.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Syosset, NY|
From Donations To New Rides: Syosset Bike Giveaway This Sunday Will Help Community Stay Connected
The Long Island Bicycle Co-Op is hosting a free giveaway on Sunday for those in need of a new bicycle. It will be first-come, first-served.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|
Leesburg Man Arrested, Charged With Child Sexual Abuse Material
Jeffrey Steven Cohen of Leesburg is facing three counts related to child sexual abuse material.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Speed Cameras Go Live In Fairfield Next Month
The cameras are being installed near several school zones in town.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
Longtime Bloomfield Mail Carrier Retires, Earns Proclamation From Town
For nearly three decades, neither “snow nor rain nor heat” could stop Donald Densel from making his appointed rounds.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Black Road Apartment Project Revealed By Shorewood Mayor CC DeBold At His State Of Village Speech
Mayor Clarence "CC" DeBold had a lot to discuss at Thursday's state of the village speech when it came to Shorewood's economic development.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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East Meadow, NY|
'We Want To Keep Her Name Active': Fundraiser In Honor Of Lindsey Rose Parke, 19, Who Died After Car Crash
A family is hosting a fundraiser on Sunday at Eisenhower Park for their "firecracker" daughter. All funds will be donated in Lindsey's name.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
State Police Aim To Reduce Southern State Parkway Accidents, Fatalities With ‘Operation Southern Shield’
New York State Police announced a new initiative Friday that seeks to reduce accidents and fatalities along the Southern State Parkway.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
Sewer Controversy Leaves Bloomfield Flush With Debate; Budget Still In Limbo
Bloomfield is considering a big change to how it collects sewer fees. Also: here’s where the latest town budget currently stands.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|
Dump Truck Carrying Asphalt Rolls Over In Shelton: FD
Fire officials said the road was closed for nearly two hours as crews worked to right the truck and remove the asphalt from the roadway.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Woman Grabs Workers At Hinsdale Cancer Institute: Police
She wanted to speak to the "g--d--n manager now," authorities said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|
Pregnant Tinley Park Mom, Baby Saved By Stranger After Brain Aneurysm; Now She Wants To Find Hero 911 Caller
Stacey Doranski suffered a medical emergency on Christmas Eve 2025. A 911 call saved her and her baby's life—and she's so grateful.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
'Everyone Has A Place Here': LesbiVeggies Brings Different Flavors To South Jersey
The restaurant's award-winning chef says the city felt like the perfect fit for many reasons.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
First-Ever Key To The City Awarded To Beloved Lacey Restaurant Owner
Mayor Steven Kennis presented Lacey's first key to the city to a beloved retiring local restaurant owner.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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Limerick-Royersford-Spring City, PA|
New Threats Made To Limerick Data Center Projects, Hearings Moved To Smaller Venue
Data center opponents said the move was done intentionally to limit how many community members can attend future hearings.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
South Brunswick, NJ|
Proposed South Brunswick 2026 Budget Hikes Tax Levy As State Aid Drops
A drop in aid and rising costs push the tax levy higher, even as the township draws on a record $7.27M surplus to cushion the blow.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|
Inn At Abbey Jackson Family 79-Room Hotel Complex Tests Napa Limits
April 28 Napa County Supervisors vote will decide if Jackson Family Investments proposal addresses concerns or preserves a larger project.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Glen Cove, NY|
Mom-And-Pop Shop Brings Small-Town Charm Ahead Of Saturday Grand Opening
"It's about creating a space where people gather, connect, and feel part of something."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|
NJ Man Who Murdered Brother’s Family Not Getting A New Trial, Judge Says
Paul Caneiro was convicted on all counts in February in connection with the deaths of his brother and his brother's family.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Union County's 1st Dirty Soda Shop Opens In Westfield
Chris Medina and his grandpa are partnering to open Fizzy Pop in Westfield, offering customizable sodas, smoothies, milkshakes, & ice cream.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Shorewood's New YMCA Already Has Over 5,800 Members, Here's What It Looks Like: Patch Photo Gallery
The new Shorewood YMCA, replacing Joliet's Galowich YMCA on Houbolt Road, will open at 5 a.m. on Monday. It's on Route 52 at Wynstone.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|
Brace Yourself: This Is What Middle Class Looks Like In NJ
New data shows widening gap between incomes and expenses.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Darien, CT|
Darien P&Z To Review Church Expansion, Food Pantry Addition At Upcoming Meeting
Here's a preview of the upcoming Darien Planning & Zoning Commission meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Daniella, Shorewood Child Who Set Up Lemonade Stand To Aid Texas Flood Victims, Honored By Mayor CC DeBold
Little Daniella was allowed to bring back her lemonade stand for Thursday afternoon's Shorewood State of the Village event at the new YMCA.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Accused Of 'Wildly Inappropriate' Release Of Info
A city critic expressed unhappiness with the disclosure. An official defended it.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Falls Church, VA|
Falls Church Man Arrested On Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
Federal agents arrested a Falls Church man Thursday after seizing phones containing over 100 illegal images and videos.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Darien, IL|
Quack, Quack: Donut Chain Coming To Willowbrook
The chain has two locations in Illinois, but plenty of others across the country.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
Vernon Hires Contractor To Hunt Down Vehicle Owners Who Are 'Dodging Local Taxes'
The Vernon Town Council on Tuesday voted 10-0 with one abstention to enter into a contract with Berlin-based Capital Tax Recovery.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Can 500,000 ‘Bootleg’ T-Shirts Reopen Haslam’s? One St. Pete Artist Is Trying
A St. Petersburg artist hopes to sell 500,000 “bootleg” Haslam’s T-shirts to raise money to buy the bookstore — which isn’t for sale.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Strong's Marine, Beloved North Fork Family Business, Expands Grady-White Territory: 'An Exciting Opportunity'
Strong's Marine has expanded its Grady-White presence to encompass the North Fork and East End.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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